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# DescriptionPLC/SCADA Systems Engineer (Manufacturing)

- **Company:** Gerdau Macsteel, Inc.
- **Location:** United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Business Analytics Applications, Computer Vision, Backup Devices, Computer Networks, Health Information Management, Human-Computer Interaction, Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA), Ladder Logic, Microsoft Office, Profibus, GE Cimplicity, Allen-Bradley Factory Automation Equipment, Cisco, Win CC
- **Published:** October 8, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.thejobnetwork.com/job/f44644f5-ea87-4ef5-9584-84663ed305c0/plcscada-systems-engineer-manufacturing

## About the Role

Do you enjoy turning complex manufacturing challenges into reliable, elegant control solutions? Are you fluent in ladder logic and comfortable moving from a controls cabinet to a conference room in the same hour? Join Gerdau-the first North American steelmaker to earn B Corp Certification-where we produce steel bars with exceptionally low embodied carbon and push the boundaries of automation in a dynamic rolling mill environment., * BS in Mechatronics or Electrical Engineering and 5+ years in manufacturing with PLC programming experience (Rockwell and Siemens ladder logic, including S7-1516).

 * Strong grounding in AC/DC controls, motors, and drives.
 * Ability to plan and execute electrical projects from design through maintenance while upholding operational and safety standards.
 * Knowledge of industrial protocols (Profibus and Profinet preferred).
 * Skilled at diagnosing automation, communication, and HMI issues and applying durable corrective actions.
 * Proficiency with MS Office; familiarity with data acquisition software (IBA/PDA preferred).
 * Comfortable splitting time between office and field; able to translate operator needs into actionable automation changes.
 * Detail-minded, inventive, and an effective communicator across operators, maintenance, and leadership., * PLC troubleshooting and programming
 * Industrial and manufacturing engineering principles
 * Troubleshooting industrial automation equipment
 * SCADA systems
 * Machine vision programming
 * Electrical/electronic systems
 * Electrical schematic interpretation

Machines & Technologies

 * Siemens
 * Allen Bradley

Work Authorization

Gerdau will only employ those who are legally eligible to immediately work in the U.S. without any current or potentially need for future sponsorship.

## Description

* Global reach: beams, flat-rolled, merchant bar, rebar, spikes, and wire for automotive, appliances, construction, machinery, and equipment industries.
 * A culture of inclusion, innovation, and purpose-our products serve people and communities.
 * Teamwork, safety, and sustainability at the core of how we work.
 * Investments in people, processes, and technology-plus a clear Career Path System and training.

What You'll Do

 * Drive rolling mill automation-training, major failure troubleshooting, software backups, R&D, and continuous improvement.
 * Modify and optimize PLC logic to support operations.
 * Enhance HMIs for clarity, speed, and operator effectiveness.
 * Lead initiatives to stabilize automation and remove delays tied to automated processes.
 * Improve alarm reporting and functionality for operators and maintenance.
 * Analyze asset performance (IBA/PDA) and implement improvements that stick.
 * Recommend and deliver equipment modifications, renovations, and installations to advance performance.
 * Support planning/scheduling for down-days and outages; participate in Failure Analysis and Annual Action Planning.
 * Collaborate closely with production, maintenance, and leadership; report to the Maintenance General Foreman.

Tech StackPLC

 * GE Innovation Series; RX3i
 * Toshiba NV
 * Siemens S7/TIA including S7-1516
 * Allen-Bradley PLC
 * GE Genius Block I/O networks

HMI/SCADA

 * GE Cimplicity
 * Ignition
 * WIN CC
 * Rockwell Automation

Electrical, Networks, Data

 * IBA analytical tools and data acquisition
 * Computer networking; Cisco switching/router configuration
 * ABB low- and medium-voltage drives